2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mariner | Velox |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |
