1988 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 900 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. 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, 2007 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
