1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 is newer by 23 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1991 Renault 4. 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, 1991 Renault 4, 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 (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 1991 Renault 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Marauder | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |