1986 AC Ace vs. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 732 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Ace | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |