1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 252 kg more than 1977 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1977 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1977 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Avanti | Mercury |
Model | Avanti | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |