1970 Audi Variant vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 680 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, 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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Variant | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
