1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 38 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Marauder | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Marauder | Eos |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2580 mm |