1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 45 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 954 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |
