1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 1990 Subaru XT is newer by 3 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 14 more horse power than 1990 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Marquis | XT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
