1978 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1975 Suzuki LJ 20
To start off, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Suzuki LJ 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20.
Because 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Marquis | LJ 20 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
