2006 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Focus | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |