1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 41 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, 2011 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 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, 2011 Chrysler 200, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Marauder | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
Make | Mercury | Chrysler |
Model | Marauder | 200 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2766 mm |