1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 654 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
