1990 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (149 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 228 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150.
Because 1990 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 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150, 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, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Mercury | Ford |
| Model | Grand Marquis | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
