2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 29 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 4,566 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac XLR | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | XLR | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4566 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |