1990 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (149 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 505 kg more than 1974 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
