1986 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 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, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 565 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Grand Marquis | Cooper |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |