1970 GAZ 24 vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercury |
| Model | 24 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
