1985 TVR 390 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 557 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
Because 1985 TVR 390 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 1985 TVR 390. 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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 TVR 390 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | TVR | Mercury |
| Model | 390 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
