1989 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 19 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 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 152 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60.
Because 2008 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Grand Marquis | S60 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |