2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mariner | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mariner | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |