1980 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1972 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1972 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 700 kg more than 1972 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1972 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Mercury | Zastava |
Model | Grand Marquis | 1300 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 262 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |