1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Uno | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2920 mm |