1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 900 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Saab 900 (155 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1987 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 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Saab 900, 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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 900. (278 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Grand Marquis | 900 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
