1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 872 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 110 S | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 4604 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
