1993 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 647 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda 626 | 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 626 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5385 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2911 mm |