1993 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | G | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
