1980 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Grand Marquis | Fabia |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |