1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica 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 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 2010 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Celica 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:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercury |
| Model | Celica | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
