1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | Vantage | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
