1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 21 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, 1991 Audi Coupe (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 821 kg more than 1991 Audi Coupe.
Because 1991 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi Coupe. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi Coupe | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Coupe | Marauder |
Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3160 mm |