2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 544 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
Model | Guara | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |