2002 Holden Cruze vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2002 Holden Cruze is newer by 35 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 158 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 775 kg more than 2002 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Cruze 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Cruze | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Cruze | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
