1989 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 475 kg more than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol 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, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2980 mm |
