1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 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 84 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 1987 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, 1987 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Blazer | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 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 |