1951 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 570 kg more than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jeep CJ3A | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ3A | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |
