1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 902 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Allegro | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |