2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
