2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |