1984 Lamborghini LM vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM 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 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 920 kg more than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM 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 Lamborghini LM 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lamborghini LM | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | LM | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4753 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |