2009 Audi A5 vs. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A5 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |