1988 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Morgan |
Model | Grand Marquis | 4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |