1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (149 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 630 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mercury |
Model | 100 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |