1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 30 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 92 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 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, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |
