1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 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 118 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Marauder | Lancer |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2350 mm |