2001 GMC Sierra vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2001 GMC Sierra is newer by 33 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, 2001 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra 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, 2001 GMC Sierra 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 (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sierra | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3160 mm |
