2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 663 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
