1988 Holden Camira 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 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira 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 18 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 875 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. 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 Holden Camira. 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, 1988 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Camira | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Camira | Mariner |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |