1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 35 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 64 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2003 Pontiac Aztek 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, 2003 Pontiac Aztek 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Aztek. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Aztek.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 69 L |
