1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 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 85 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 869 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen C3, 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Marauder | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Marauder | C3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
