2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (353 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | SSR | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 481 Nm | 353 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |