1980 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1968 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Firebird (175 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Grand Marquis. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Firebird 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 20 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Firebird.
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 | 1968 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 4100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
