1979 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 1997 Mercury MC4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury MC4 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury MC4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada.
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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Granada | MC4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |