2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 17 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 716 kg more than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Dodge Ram 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
