2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1974 Austin Marina | |
Make | Mercury | Austin |
Model | Mountaineer | Marina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |