2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 627 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3, 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C3 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
