1983 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 650 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308, 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, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Grand Marquis | 1308 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |