1986 Mazda 929 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 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (149 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 929 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |