1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana 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 107 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 722 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1974 Holden Torana | |
Make | Mercury | Holden |
Model | Grand Marquis | Torana |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |