2002 Honda Logo vs. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Honda Logo is newer by 19 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 65 more horse power than 2002 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 750 kg more than 2002 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Logo, 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, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Logo | 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Logo | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |