1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Caprice | Mariner |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |