1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Monaro | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |