1996 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder

To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 26 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 107 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 840 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Mira. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Mira.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Daihatsu Mira 1970 Mercury Marauder
Make Daihatsu Mercury
Model Mira Marauder
Year Released 1996 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 6392 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 383 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 1155 kg 1995 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 5640 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1380 mm


 

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