1981 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1991 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1991 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 10 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 370 kg more than 1991 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1991 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Marquis | 6000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 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 | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |