1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Aspen | Marauder |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2900 mm |