2009 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 998 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Swift, 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, 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Swift. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
