1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 31 kg more than 1982 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Avanti | Mercury |
Model | Avanti | Mariner |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |