2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Canyon | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
