1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 345 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercury |
| Model | Avanti | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
