1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 385 kg more than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | DeVille | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4086 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2920 mm |