1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 42 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 11 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 167 kg more than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Marauder | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
| Model | Marauder | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
