2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 206 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Sprinter | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
