1986 Chrysler Limousine vs. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis

To start off, both 1986 Chrysler Limousine and 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler Limousine. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler Limousine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Chrysler Limousine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 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 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Limousine, 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, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler Limousine. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler Limousine.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Chrysler Limousine 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis
Make Chrysler Mercury
Model Limousine Grand Marquis
Year Released 1986 1986
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2213 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 96 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3330 mm 2920 mm