2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 477 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 6 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
