1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 40 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (699 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Marauder | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Marauder | G |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
