1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 225 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Avanti | Mercury |
Model | Avanti | Mariner |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2630 mm |