1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 730 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark, 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Skylark | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 369 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |