1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 37 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 513 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 1970 Mercury Marauder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Marauder | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Marauder | V70 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |