2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mariner | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |