1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1970 Porsche 914
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 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 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 23 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (176 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 914 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 290 mm |
