1955 Pontiac Star Chief vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1981 Toyota Cressida is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Pontiac Star Chief would be higher. At 4,715 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Pontiac Star Chief (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 480 kg more than 1981 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Pontiac Star Chief | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Star Chief | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4715 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |
