1978 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 72 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Electra | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 381 Nm | 389 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |