2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1968 Saab 99
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Saab 99 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1968 Saab 99. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1968 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 766 kg more than 1968 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Saab 99, 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Saab 99. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1968 Saab 99 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Grand Marquis | 99 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |