2008 Mercury Mariner vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 680 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mariner | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mariner | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
