2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 785 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 1977 Ford Cortina. 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, 1977 Ford Cortina (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Mariner | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
