2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Odyssey | 1985 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Odyssey | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |