1988 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 1988 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 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna, 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, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Grand Marquis | Laguna |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 270 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |