1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 950 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Mercury | Triumph |
Model | Grand Marquis | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |