1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 1994 Renault Espace
To start off, 1994 Renault Espace is newer by 25 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 68 more horse power than 1994 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 545 kg more than 1994 Renault Espace. 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, 1994 Renault Espace, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Marauder | 1994 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Marauder | Espace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 77 L |
