2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1972 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Nissan President. 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 1972 Nissan President. 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, 1972 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 1972 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mariner | President |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
