2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 161 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Grand Marquis | Publica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |