2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
Because 1991 Porsche 965 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 1991 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 965 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mariner | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Mariner | 965 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
