1997 Holden Nova vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 7 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 44 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 660 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Holden Nova, 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, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Nova | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Nova | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |