1983 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 276 kg more than 2011 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Deauville | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
Model | Deauville | Mariner |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |