1996 Honda Today vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 9 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 101 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today 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, 1996 Honda Today 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Today | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |