1990 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1982 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (149 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Iltis 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, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1982 Volkswagen Iltis | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Marquis | Iltis |
Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |