2007 GMC Envoy vs. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Envoy | 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Envoy | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |