1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 18 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, 1996 Marcos Mantara (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 760 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Marcos Mantara | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Marcos | Mercury |
Model | Mantara | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |