2007 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 760 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, 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, 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
