1982 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Grand Marquis | CR-V |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |