2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (149 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | STS | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |