1992 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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 45 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
