2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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 Kia Sedona, 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sedona | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |