1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 12 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, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 150 kg more than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
