2008 Ford Edge vs. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 1988 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 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge, 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, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Edge | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |