1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 42 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Marauder | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Mercury | Buick |
Model | Marauder | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2837 mm |