2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-350 | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | E-350 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2910 mm |