2003 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Saab 900. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1980 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 630 kg more than 1980 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Saab 900. (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Saab 900. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1980 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1980 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1980 Saab 900 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Grand Marquis | 900 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |