1990 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2012 Holden Calais
To start off, 2012 Holden Calais is newer by 22 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, 2012 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis.
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, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2012 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Calais |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
