1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
| Model | 88 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2910 mm |
