2008 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric 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 110 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 546 kg more than 1967 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
