2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 13 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 25 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Wrangler | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |