2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 892 kg more than 1989 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19, 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1989 Renault 19 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Grand Marquis | 19 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 115 L |