2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 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 48 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Strada | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |