1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 70 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Blazer | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |