1985 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1974 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 685 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 404. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1974 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 404 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
