2000 Audi Allroad vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2000 Audi Allroad is newer by 19 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, 2000 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 150 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 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 2000 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi Allroad | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | Allroad | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |