1997 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (160 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1997 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (353 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (231 Nm). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
