1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (149 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 455 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
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, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Commodore | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Commodore | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |