1984 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 168 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1984 Isuzu Trooper | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Trooper | Mariner |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 168 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |