2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 41 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 618 kg more than 1968 Mercury Marauder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Yukon | Marauder |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3160 mm |