1980 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 33 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 295 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
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, 2013 Mini Countryman, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mercury | Mini |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2595 mm |
