1983 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2004 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 605 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 605 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 810 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 605.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (302 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 605. (205 Nm). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2004 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 605 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
