1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 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 58 more horse power than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherokee | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
