1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (241 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 202 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 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
