1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 560 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Comodoro | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |