1985 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Opel Omega.
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, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Omega |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
