1978 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 4 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 825 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Renault 11, 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 (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1982 Renault 11 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Grand Marquis | 11 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |