1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 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 82 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Marauder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Seville | Marauder |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3160 mm |