2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 20 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 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | S-Type | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |