2004 Audi A3 vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 35 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, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
