1989 Saab 9000 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 214 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Saab | Mercury |
| Model | 9000 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2619 mm |
