1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Monaro | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |