2002 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 21 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, 2002 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Donkervoort D8 | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mercury |
Model | D8 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |