1981 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 30 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2613 mm |
