1982 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 1996 Proton 300 is newer by 14 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 43 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Proton 300. 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, 1996 Proton 300, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 300 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
