1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 31 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Marauder | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 4012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2840 mm |