2004 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 662 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Trident |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
