1989 Dodge Spirit vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 609 kg more than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
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 Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Spirit | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Spirit | Mariner |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |