1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 35 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 164 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Marauder | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Marauder | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
