1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 332 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Challenger | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
