1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (168 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1982 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Firebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |