2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 717 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Avalanche | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
