1984 Plymouth Caravelle vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 17 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 89 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 525 kg more than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. 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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Plymouth Caravelle | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
Model | Caravelle | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |