1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Saturn SC is newer by 31 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 140 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 715 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SC, 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 1999 Saturn SC | |
Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
Model | Grande Parisienne | SC |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |