2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 745 kg more than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercury Mariner | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Mercury | Morgan |
Model | Mariner | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |