2008 Lexus GS vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (304 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
Because 2008 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS 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, 2008 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | GS | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |
