1986 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2737 mm |
