1985 Ford Meteor vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Marauder (296 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 2003 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 2003 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, 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, 2003 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor. 2003 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Meteor | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Meteor | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
