1984 Lamborghini LM vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (420 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 775 kg more than 2007 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1984 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1984 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini LM | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | LM | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7257 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 57 L |
