1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 261 kg more than 1969 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Marauder | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Marauder | Touareg |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |