1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 37 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Marauder | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Marauder | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
