2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 875 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Mariner | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |