1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1968 Mercury Marauder is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 885 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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 (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ3A | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3160 mm |
