2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1987 Saab 900
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Saab 900.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1987 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1987 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1987 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercury Mariner | 1987 Saab 900 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Mariner | 900 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |