2008 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 611 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt, 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, 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1994 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
