2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 18 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Allroad | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
