1980 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 27 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 9 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
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, 2007 Proton Gen, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2007 Proton Gen | |
Make | Mercury | Proton |
Model | Grand Marquis | Gen |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |