2008 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis

To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 18 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 45 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Audi A3, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A3 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
Make Audi Mercury
Model A3 Grand Marquis
Year Released 2008 1990
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 104 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 90 L


 

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