1980 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 28 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Grand Marquis | Xterra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |