1989 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 22 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, 2011 Daewoo Tocsa (153 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis.
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, 2011 Daewoo Tocsa, 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, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Tocsa. (237 Nm). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Tocsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Mercury | Daewoo |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
