1982 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 22 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 515 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1983 Plymouth Caravelle | |
Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
Model | Grand Marquis | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |