1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 155 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 972 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
