1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Fiesta | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |