2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 36 kg more than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Marquis | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2950 mm |