2006 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 585 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Grand Marquis | Camry |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |