2003 Ford Econoline vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2003 Ford Econoline is newer by 35 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 43 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 565 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econoline | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Econoline | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3030 mm |