1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 405 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
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, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Voyager | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
