1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 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 106 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Legacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |