1996 Audi A3 vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Marauder (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 849 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3, 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
