1992 Porsche 968 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 264 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 1992 Porsche 968 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 968 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercury |
| Model | 968 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
