1995 Kia Retona vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 27 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 81 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Retona | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3160 mm |
