2001 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus.
Because 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Focus | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 262 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |