2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 676 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (303 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Express | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2910 mm |
