1996 Honda CRX vs. 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | CRX | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
