1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 852 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. 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, 1978 Simca 1100, 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 (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
