1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 418 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Chevelle | Marauder |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5011 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3160 mm |