2002 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 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 20 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 119 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
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, 2002 Dodge Ram, 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) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5212 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 3030 mm |
