1982 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 17 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 4 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
