2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (211 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 117 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Liberty | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
