2007 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 742 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Grand Marquis | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |