2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 101 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Canyon | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Canyon | Marauder |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3160 mm |