2008 Kia Spectra vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 484 kg more than 2008 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra, 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Spectra | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Spectra | Marauder |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |