1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 42 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, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 456 kg more than 1968 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Marauder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Marauder | Edge |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3505 mm |