1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 8 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 85 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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, 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino, 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
