1987 Chrysler TC vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler TC would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler TC (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 451 kg more than 1987 Chrysler TC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler TC | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | TC | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
