1997 Eagle Talon vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1997 Eagle Talon is newer by 29 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 600 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon, 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Eagle Talon | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Talon | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3160 mm |
