1979 Mazda 929 vs. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 762 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 929 | 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
