1974 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 297 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Granada | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |