1986 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 385 kg more than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1986 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | DeVille | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
