2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1983 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 987 kg more than 1983 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Stanza, 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, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1983 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Grand Marquis | Stanza |
Year Released | 2011 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5385 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2480 mm |