2009 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1967 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 622 kg more than 1967 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80, 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, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1967 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Mercury | NSU |
Model | Grand Marquis | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |