1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 407 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Conquest | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
