2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1970 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Rover 3.5. 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 1970 Rover 3.5. 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 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 1970 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Mariner | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
