1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 661 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 @ 2600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Marauder | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Marauder | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 57 L |
