2005 GMC Safari vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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 2 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Safari | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |