2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 38 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover | Marauder |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2545 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |