1984 Chrysler Limousine vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1984 Chrysler Limousine is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Chrysler Limousine. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1984 Chrysler Limousine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 Chrysler Limousine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chrysler Limousine, 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, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chrysler Limousine. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chrysler Limousine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chrysler Limousine | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Limousine | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2910 mm |
