1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 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, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
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 Mazda CX-9, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Marauder | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Marauder | CX-9 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |