1984 Audi 200 vs. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, 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, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 200 | 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | 200 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |