2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 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 274 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5.
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, 2009 Mazda 5, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 5 | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 5 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |