1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 617 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Esprit | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3160 mm |
