1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2010 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Renault Logan 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Renault Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 965 kg more than 2010 Renault Logan. 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 Renault Logan, 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 2010 Renault Logan | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Marauder | Logan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2640 mm |