1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 950 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Familia | 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Familia | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |