1993 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 382 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. 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:
| 1993 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Starfire |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
