1968 Mercury Marauder vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 45 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, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Lexus RX.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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 (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Marauder | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Mercury | Lexus |
| Model | Marauder | RX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2740 mm |
