1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 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 5 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 635 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 96 L |