1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis

To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.

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, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Camaro 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis
Make Chevrolet Mercury
Model Camaro Grand Marquis
Year Released 1997 1986
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 190 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2920 mm


 

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