1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 1984 Mini MK V
To start off, 1984 Mini MK V is newer by 16 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 130 more horse power than 1984 Mini MK V. (41 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1984 Mini MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1984 Mini MK V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Marauder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mini MK V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mini MK V. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mini MK V.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 1984 Mini MK V | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Marauder | MK V |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2040 mm |