1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 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 57 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 7 kg more than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 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, 1997 Nissan Patrol, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Marauder | Patrol |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |