1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 39 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Marauder | Frontier |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3200 mm |