2008 Audi S5 vs. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 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, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S5 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
