1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 35 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 76 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | Outback |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5319 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
