2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 17 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (149 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier 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 200 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Because 2007 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Rainier | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |