2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric 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 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 537 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Grand Marquis | Cedric |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |