1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Captiva (165 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 128 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
