1975 Holden Torana vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 981 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Torana | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Torana | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
