2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 960 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mariner | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
