1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP, 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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (240 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2002 Mitsubishi SUP | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Marquis | SUP |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
