1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1994 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Ulysse | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Ulysse | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |