1996 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 1979 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 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Sebring | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Sebring | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
