1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Marauder (296 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 278 kg more than 2003 Mercury Marauder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 420 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | New Yorker | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
