1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 242 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Nova | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |