2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 21 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS 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 112 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | STS | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |