1983 Ford Tempo vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 15 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 154 more horse power than 1983 Ford Tempo. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 910 kg more than 1983 Ford Tempo. 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, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Tempo. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Tempo | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Tempo | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3160 mm |
