1973 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Familia | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4605 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
