2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mariner | 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mariner | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |
