1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2009 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent is newer by 41 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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Torrent should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 431 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent, 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (339 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | Torrent |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |
