1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 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 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1982 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Marauder | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Marauder | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1244 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 | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2390 mm |
