2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Express | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2910 mm |