1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 34 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 4,602 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 712 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, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Comodoro | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 4602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
