1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 50 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, 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) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |
