1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 38 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Marauder | Baja |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |