1988 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 647 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Grand Marquis | Colorado |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |