1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 37 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Marauder | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Marauder | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |
