1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 1996 Volvo V70 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V70. (193 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 356 kg more than 1996 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V70. (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | V70 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5319 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
