1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder 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 99 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Marauder | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2430 mm |