2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 4,604 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 165 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1970 Opel Record | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Grand Marquis | Record |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |