1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 22 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
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, 2009 Opel Insignia, 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Grand Marquis | Insignia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2737 mm |