1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 320 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 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2920 mm |
