1985 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 26 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Grand Marquis | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |