1984 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1984 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Campagnola | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Campagnola | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
