2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 20 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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Equinox | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
