1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 14 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 6 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Grand Marquis | Omega |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |