1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1629 kg more than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis.
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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Mercury | ZIL |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
