2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 35 kg more than 1969 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Odyssey | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Odyssey | Marauder |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3160 mm |