2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mariner | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Mercury | Sunbeam |
| Model | Mariner | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |
