1976 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 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 140 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1976 Chevrolet Blazer 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Blazer | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |