2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 40 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H3 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3160 mm |
