1974 Chrysler 160 vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 767 kg more than 1974 Chrysler 160. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler 160 | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 160 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2920 mm |
