1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 545 kg more than 1979 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Falcon | Mariner |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |