1989 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 810 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Because 1989 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 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod, 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Grand Marquis | Pod |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |