2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Marquis | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2040 mm |