2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 331 kg more than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Mountaineer | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
