1980 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 25 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 55 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 24 kg more than 1955 Pontiac Star Chief.
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:
| 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1955 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 4715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3110 mm |
