2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 31 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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 744 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | F-350 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2910 mm |