1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 25 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 88 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |
