1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1999 Pontiac Salsa
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Salsa is newer by 12 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, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa 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 550 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
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, 1999 Pontiac Salsa, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (203 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1999 Pontiac Salsa | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Marquis | Salsa |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |