1974 Mazda 929 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 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 662 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
