2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 219 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mariner | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mariner | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
