2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mariner | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
