1981 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Mercury | MG |
Model | Grand Marquis | MGA |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |