1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Mercury | NSU |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2240 mm |
