1993 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 302 kg more than 1993 Holden Statesman. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Statesman | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Statesman | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4985 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2911 mm |