2002 Acura RSX vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (149 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 528 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
Because 1990 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 1990 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, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | RSX | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |