1974 Holden Torana vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 622 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Torana | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
