1981 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 24 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, 2005 Renault Scenic (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Because 2005 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic 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, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Grand Marquis | Scenic |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |