1978 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (139 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 710 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
