1980 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2010 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Scenic is newer by 30 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, 2010 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Scenic 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 465 kg more than 2010 Renault Scenic.
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, 2010 Renault Scenic, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2010 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Grand Marquis | Scenic |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |