1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1990 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1990 TVR Griffith 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR Griffith (327 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 710 kg more than 1990 TVR Griffith.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 TVR Griffith (481 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm). This means 1990 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1990 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Mercury | TVR |
Model | Grand Marquis | Griffith |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 327 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 481 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |