1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 772 kg more than 1975 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Maxi | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
