2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mariner | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1755 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 |
