1983 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2001 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2001 Dodge Neon is newer by 18 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 14 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
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, 2001 Dodge Neon, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2001 Dodge Neon | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Grand Marquis | Neon |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |