2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1967 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman 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 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1967 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1967 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1967 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 1967 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mercury | Mini |
| Model | Mariner | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |
