1995 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis

To start off, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 12 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 4,943 cc, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro.

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, 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Lotec Testa de Oro 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis
Make Lotec Mercury
Model Testa de Oro Grand Marquis
Year Released 1995 1983
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 4942 cc
Horse Power 741 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1690 kg


 

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