2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona 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 110 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 807 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
