1999 Daewoo Leganza vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Leganza is newer by 30 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) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. 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, 1999 Daewoo Leganza, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Leganza. (204 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Leganza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Leganza | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
| Model | Leganza | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
