1982 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 822 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, 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, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
