1990 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 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 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 557 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda RX-7 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-7 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |