2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 444 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mariner | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |