1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 513 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Mercury | GMC |
Model | Marauder | Yukon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2946 mm |