1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 881 kg more than 1978 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Marquis | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
