1983 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 1986 Acura Integra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1986 Acura Integra.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Acura Integra, 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, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1986 Acura Integra | |
Make | Mercury | Acura |
Model | Grand Marquis | Integra |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4285 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |