2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 512 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mariner | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mariner | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
