2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 1993 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Laser 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 62 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 775 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Laser. 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 1993 Plymouth Laser. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 1993 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Mariner | Laser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
