1985 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 465 kg more than 2013 Toyota Matrix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix, 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, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
