1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Marauder | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mazda |
| Model | Marauder | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3010 mm |
