1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 32 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 30 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 815 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra. 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, 2001 Opel Astra, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Marauder | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Marauder | Astra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
