2002 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 476 kg more than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard 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, 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
