1978 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2009 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 31 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 4007 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 4007 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2009 Peugeot 4007 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, 2009 Peugeot 4007 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 4007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2009 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 4007 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
