1943 Jeep MB vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1968 Mercury Marauder is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Jeep MB would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1943 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1943 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 940 kg more than 1943 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1943 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Jeep MB 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Jeep MB | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | MB | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3160 mm |
