1983 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Fox would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 778 kg more than 1973 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox, 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, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1973 Audi Fox | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Grand Marquis | Fox |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |