1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 20 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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Colt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |
