1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 22 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler Newport | 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Newport | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2760 mm |