2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Reliant Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Reliant Regal would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Reliant Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
| Make | Mercury | Reliant |
| Model | Mariner | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 27 L |
