1992 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 681 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
