1979 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Marquis | Microbus |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1725 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |