1982 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2009 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Grand Marquis | A5 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |