1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 497 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Marauder | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Marauder | Passat |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |