1977 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 550 kg more than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |