1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 41 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Marauder | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Marauder | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2737 mm |
