1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 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 111 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |
