2000 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 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 159 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. 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) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1968 Renault 8 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Grand Marquis | 8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 77 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |