1988 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 20 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 537 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Grand Marquis | Cooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |