1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Consorte | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
