1986 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 900 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, 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, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
