1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 965 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade, 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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Grand Marquis | Ballade |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2330 mm |