1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1989 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1989 Holden Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Holden Gemini. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 890 kg more than 1989 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Holden Gemini, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Gemini. (117 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1989 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
