2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Tagora 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 39 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 670 kg more than 1983 Talbot Tagora. 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 1983 Talbot Tagora. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Mercury | Talbot |
| Model | Mariner | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
