1982 Volvo 360 vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 767 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volvo 360 | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercury |
| Model | 360 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
