1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 18 kg more than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
