1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 440 kg more than 1977 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Aspen | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
