1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 21 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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, 2008 Nissan Micra, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Micra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 46 L |
