2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Kamal | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |