2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Express | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2910 mm |