1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (149 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 595 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 323 | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
