1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 507 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Conquest | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
