1998 Ford Contour vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 31 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 102 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 518 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. 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, 1998 Ford Contour, 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Contour | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |