2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 584 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Express | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3160 mm |
