1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy is newer by 18 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 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 595 kg more than 1986 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Jimmy | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3160 mm |
