2007 Ford Maverick vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (149 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick 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, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Maverick | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
