2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Telstar 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 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Ford Telstar. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 895 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar. 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 1982 Ford Telstar. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Mariner | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
