2008 Ford Escape vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Marauder (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape, 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escape | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 85 L |
