1989 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. 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, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Grand Marquis | 1000 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1750 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |