1970 Mercury Marauder vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
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 Mazda 3, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Marauder | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mazda |
| Model | Marauder | 3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2639 mm |
