1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 25 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) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. 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, 1995 Mazda MX-3, 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) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (136 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MX-3 | Marauder |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 171 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 383 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3160 mm |