2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 487 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mariner | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
