1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Marauder | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Marauder | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
