2007 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1974 Saab 99
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Saab 99 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 145 more horse power than 1974 Saab 99. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1974 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 687 kg more than 1974 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Saab 99, 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Saab 99. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1974 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 99 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2480 mm |
