2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny 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 144 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 870 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mariner | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mariner | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
