2007 Mercury Mariner vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Tata Estate would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1992 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1992 Tata Estate 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 | 1992 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Mariner | Estate |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
