1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 24 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1032 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, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Familia | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4604 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |