1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis (209 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 577 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Luce | 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Luce | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 4604 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |