1968 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 451 kg more than 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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:
| 1968 Chrysler Town & Country | 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Town & Country | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
