1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (212 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mustang | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
