1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 665 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Greyhound | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
