1979 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1971 Simca 1100
To start off, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 730 kg more than 1971 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1100, 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, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1971 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Grand Marquis | 1100 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |