1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |