1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Marauder | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Marauder | NP300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2960 mm |