1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 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 8 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (248 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Marauder | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Marauder | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 79 L |
