1970 Holden Torana vs. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Torana | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
