2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 672 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-150 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
