1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 386 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercury |
| Model | Esprit | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
