2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 532 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1970 Mercury Marauder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Stratus | Marauder |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2735 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 383 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3160 mm |