2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1993 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 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Lucerne | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
