2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis.

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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercury
Model E Grand Marquis
Year Released 2005 1981
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 4186 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 221 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 262 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2910 mm


 

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