2000 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1963 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 727 kg more than 1963 Skoda 1202. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1963 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Grand Marquis | 1202 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |