1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 339 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford RS 200. 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | RS 200 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 62 L |
