2001 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 372 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1988 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 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Malibu | 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Malibu | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |