1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1973 Alpine A 110 is newer by 5 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 110. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 110 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | A 110 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3160 mm |
