1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 227 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner. 2011 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1989 Dodge Shadow has manual transmission. 1989 Dodge Shadow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Shadow | Mariner |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2619 mm |