1985 Holden Camira vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Holden Camira. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Camira, 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Camira. (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Camira | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Camira | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |