2001 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis (209 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 140 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
