1986 Buick Regal vs. 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Regal | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
