1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 1970 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1970 TVR Tuscan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Marauder (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 TVR Tuscan. (134 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1970 TVR Tuscan. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Marauder | 1970 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Marauder | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
