1989 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 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 74 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 796 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1975 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Grand Marquis | 124 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |