2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 82 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mariner | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
