2004 Honda Avancier vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Honda Avancier 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Avancier (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Avancier | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Avancier | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |