2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 28 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Aveo | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2910 mm |