1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 20 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 45 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 435 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Conquest | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
