1988 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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 50 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 887 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Grand Marquis | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |