1978 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2009 Renault Thalia 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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, 2009 Renault Thalia, 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 (303 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Grand Marquis | Thalia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 303 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2473 mm |