1999 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 191 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada, 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 (373 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Verada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
