2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 883 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Atos | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Atos | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |