1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 53 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 304 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |