1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 970 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990, 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, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | 990 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2910 mm |
