1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |