2005 Mercury Marauder vs. 1972 Renault 12
To start off, 2005 Mercury Marauder is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 12 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Marauder (303 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1972 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 931 kg more than 1972 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 12, 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, 2005 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 12. 2005 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1972 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1972 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Marauder | 1972 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Marauder | 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
