1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 31 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 815 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda HR-V | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | HR-V | Marauder |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3160 mm |