1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 831 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi, 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Marauder | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Marauder | Citi |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 49 L |