1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1972 Renault 5 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Grand Marquis | 5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |