1970 Isuzu 117 vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 845 kg more than 1970 Isuzu 117. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Isuzu 117 | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | 117 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |