1983 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1991 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1991 Mini MK VI is newer by 8 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 33 more horse power than 1991 Mini MK VI. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1991 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 955 kg more than 1991 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mini MK VI, 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mini MK VI. (116 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1991 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Mercury | Mini |
| Model | Grand Marquis | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2040 mm |
