2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 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 173 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Grand Marquis | 1301 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |