1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Marauder. (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Marauder. 2005 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2005 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
