2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne

To start off, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is newer by 32 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 462 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.

Because 2000 Ford Desert Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (441 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Desert Excursion 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
Make Ford Pontiac
Model Desert Excursion Grande Parisienne
Year Released 2000 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6800 cc 5317 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 311 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 441 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1760 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3030 mm


 

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