2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 25 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, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 670 kg more than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 1983 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Uplander | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |