1985 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 845 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Escort 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:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 12.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
