1984 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 684 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 929 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
