1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 22 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 42 more horse power than 1992 Ford Tempo. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 800 kg more than 1992 Ford Tempo. 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, 1992 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Tempo. (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Tempo | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1995 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 |
