2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 755 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 TVR Trident. 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Mariner | Trident |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
