1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Flavia | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |