1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1970 Mercury Marauder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. Both 1970 Mercury Marauder and 1968 Mercury Marauder are equipped with a 6,392 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 171 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 383 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Marauder | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Marauder | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3160 mm |
