1982 Ford Orion vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1982 Ford Orion is newer by 15 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 162 more horse power than 1982 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 865 kg more than 1982 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Orion | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Orion | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |