1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 892 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
