1998 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Steyr G-series. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1980 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 248 kg more than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1980 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Steyr G-series. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Steyr G-series. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1980 Steyr G-series has manual transmission. 1980 Steyr G-series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Mercury | Steyr |
| Model | Grand Marquis | G-series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
