2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
