1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Rocky | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
