1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 36 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 102 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | Korando |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
