2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3160 mm |
