1992 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1992 Chevrolet Blazer 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Blazer | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |