2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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 180 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 1987 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 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 6 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
