1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
