1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 43 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 92 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 640 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix20. 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20, 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Marauder | ix20 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2615 mm |