1979 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux is newer by 25 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, 2004 Toyota Hilux (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 740 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (441 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
