1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 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 59 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 137 kg more than 2011 Opel Corsa. 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, 2011 Opel Corsa, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Grand Marquis | Corsa |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |