1981 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner

To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 295 kg more than 1981 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1981 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Commodore. 2010 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1981 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1981 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Holden Commodore 2010 Mercury Mariner
Make Holden Mercury
Model Commodore Mariner
Year Released 1981 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2837 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 102 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4458 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1806 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2619 mm


 

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