2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 496 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1984 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner. 2005 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mariner | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2980 mm |
