2004 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2910 mm |