1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2004 MG ZT
To start off, 2004 MG ZT is newer by 17 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, 2004 MG ZT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 MG ZT.
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, 2004 MG ZT, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZT. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2004 MG ZT | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Grand Marquis | ZT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
