2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Colorado | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
