1964 Checker Town vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Checker Town (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Checker Town should accelerate faster than 1979 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Checker | Mercury |
| Model | Town | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2910 mm |
