1983 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper 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 55 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
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, 2002 Mini Cooper, 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) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Grand Marquis | Cooper |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |