Matching a deep vee MirroCraft 1685 2011 against a modified vee MirroCraft MV1436 2010 means you're likely deciding between two genuinely different on-water experiences. Hull type shapes everything from ride quality and fuel burn to dock handling and resale trajectory.
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department — MirroCraft 1685 2011 at 16,8 ft versus MirroCraft MV1436 2010 at 13,8 ft. At 96 lbs and 165 lbs respectively, both sit in a similar weight class — either should pair comfortably with most mid-size SUVs and half-ton trucks, though always confirm your specific tow rating with the motor added.
The power gap is worth calling out. Rated to 90 hp, the MirroCraft 1685 2011 has a 75-hp advantage over the MirroCraft MV1436 2010's 15-hp ceiling — enough to notice on acceleration and at cruising speed, particularly with a full passenger load.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The MirroCraft 1685 2011 is rated for 6 passengers, while the MirroCraft MV1436 2010 caps at 3. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the MirroCraft 1685 2011 could be the deciding factor.
At this size, power-to-weight ratio matters more than outright horsepower. The MirroCraft 1685 2011 comes in at 1 lbs per hp versus 11 lbs per hp for the MirroCraft MV1436 2010. The lower the ratio the more explosive the acceleration — meaningful on a short RIB where bursts of speed, quick planing, and agility in surf or tight waterways define the experience.
Bottom line: Choose the MirroCraft 1685 2011 if your priority is putting more people on the water — it handles 6 passengers and at 16,8 ft it has the deck room to back that rating up comfortably. The MirroCraft MV1436 2010 is the smarter pick if you want a lighter, easier-to-trailer boat rated for 3 that costs less to run day-to-day.