2007 Honda Element vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Element | Marauder |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |