1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Marauder (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 810 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Taft | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3160 mm |
