2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (250 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9, 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (325 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | CX-9 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
