1983 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 19 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 15 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2002 MG TF | |
Make | Mercury | MG |
Model | Grand Marquis | TF |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |