1988 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen 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 61 more horse power than 1967 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 962 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen. 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) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Mercury | TVR |
Model | Grand Marquis | Vixen |
Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 125 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |