2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 731 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mariner | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
