1983 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 22 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (210 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja 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 53 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (302 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Baja |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
