1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Marauder | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marauder | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
