2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 27 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Lada | Mercury |
Model | Kalina | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |