1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Camaro | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
