2008 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 826 kg more than 1962 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Grand Marquis | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |