2011 Mercury Mariner vs. 1986 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 362 kg more than 1986 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Model F 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 1986 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercury Mariner | 1986 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mariner | Model F |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2240 mm |
