1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 21 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 149 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 356 kg more than 1989 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Jimmy | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
