1996 Audi A4 vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 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, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
Because 1996 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
