2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 965 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
| Model | Mariner | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
