2001 Honda Avancier vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2001 Honda Avancier is newer by 14 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, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Honda Avancier.
Because 2001 Honda Avancier 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, 2001 Honda Avancier 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Avancier | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Avancier | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
