1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (205 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380.
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 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 380 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |
