1987 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 466 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Tempo | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Tempo | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
