1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 20 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 184 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 640 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Vectra | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 102 L |
