1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 43 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 34 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Marauder | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Marauder | Cruze |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |