1975 Kia Brisa vs. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 4,602 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1975 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1975 Kia Brisa. 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, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Kia Brisa. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1975 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1975 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Kia Brisa | 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Brisa | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 4602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
