1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 107 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Caprice | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |