1982 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 23 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 170 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
