2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (233 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mariner | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
