2007 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 127 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 852 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
