1983 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1999 SsangYong W Coupe
To start off, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe is newer by 16 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, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe (219 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 SsangYong W Coupe.
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, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe, 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, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe (318 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (302 Nm). This means 1999 SsangYong W Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1999 SsangYong W Coupe | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Marquis | W Coupe |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 318 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1295 kg |