1996 Honda Today vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 970 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Today | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |