2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 23 kg more than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
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 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (303 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Trajet | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Trajet | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |