1988 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1974 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Dolomite 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 52 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 804 kg more than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1974 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Mercury | Triumph |
Model | Grand Marquis | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1854 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |