2004 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1970 Moretti 127
To start off, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Moretti 127. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1970 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Moretti 127, 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, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 127. (63 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 127. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1970 Moretti 127 has manual transmission. 1970 Moretti 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1970 Moretti 127 | |
Make | Mercury | Moretti |
Model | Grand Marquis | 127 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 63 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |