2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
