2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 36 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 50 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 102 L |
