2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 197 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 98.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 98 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Mariner | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mariner | 98 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
