1983 Mercury Lynx vs. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 782 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx, 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, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercury Lynx | 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Lynx | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
