2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 763 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3160 mm |
