1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Marauder | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Marauder | Forester |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |