1982 Subaru Coupe vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 749 kg more than 1982 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Subaru Coupe | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2619 mm |
