1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 42 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue, 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | Vue |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5319 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
