2002 Acura RSX vs. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 1986 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 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX, 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, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | RSX | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
