1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1281 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990, 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | 990 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3160 mm |
