1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 38 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 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 544 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
