1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 494 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo S60, 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Marauder | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Marauder | S60 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
