2009 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny 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 150 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
