1992 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Opel Omega. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Omega |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
