1998 Acura Integra vs. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 18 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, 1998 Acura Integra (140 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra, 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, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm). This means 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | Integra | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
