2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica 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 38 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 760 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. 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 1984 Toyota Celica. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mariner | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |