1979 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1997 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1997 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 67 more horse power than 1997 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1997 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 935 kg more than 1997 ZAZ Slavuta. 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, 1997 ZAZ Slavuta, 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.
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1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1997 ZAZ Slavuta | |
Make | Mercury | ZAZ |
Model | Grand Marquis | Slavuta |
Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2330 mm |