1958 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar MK IX | 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | MK IX | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |