1995 Ford Escort vs. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 617 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |