1973 Mazda 110 S vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1973 Mazda 110 S is newer by 3 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 63 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 110 S | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 110 S | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 6392 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3160 mm |
