2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 39 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Nitro | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
