1993 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 980 kg more than 1966 MG Midget. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Midget |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1372 mm |
