1985 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Because 1985 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 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra, 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, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Grand Marquis | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |