2003 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 532 kg more than 1987 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Model F |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
