1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Mercury Marauder is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 910 kg more than 1961 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Marauder | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Marauder | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2540 mm |
