1997 Acura Integra vs. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 662 kg more than 1997 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura Integra, 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, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Acura Integra | 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | Integra | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |