1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 25 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 385 kg more than 1982 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercury |
| Model | Avanti | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
