1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 796 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta, 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, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Mercury | Lancia |
Model | Grand Marquis | Beta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1036 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |