1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 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, both vehicles can yield 172 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Marauder | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
