2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (149 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 731 kg more than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Express | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
