1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 44 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 70 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Colorado |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |