2010 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 652 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5385 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
