1980 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 736 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 1609. 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 1609 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 1609 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
