2000 Audi R8 vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1688 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. (303 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | R8 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 303 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |