1986 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 947 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Ascona | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Opel | Mercury |
| Model | Ascona | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
