1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 21 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 42 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 885 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Marauder | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Marauder | Capri |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
