2008 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 396 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |