1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Camaro | Mariner |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |