1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 62 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.

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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Mercury Grand Marquis 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Mercury Chevrolet
Model Grand Marquis Camaro
Year Released 1987 2012
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 148 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1812 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1389 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 72 L


 

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