2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 660 kg more than 1990 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Skoda L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1990 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1990 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mariner | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Mariner | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
