1991 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 926 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Accord | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
