1992 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 18 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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 | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Grand Marquis | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |