1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 730 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. 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, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 131 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
