2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Borrego | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4625 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 337 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |