1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Camaro | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |