1988 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird 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 101 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 786 kg more than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2390 mm |
