2004 GMC Safari vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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) has 49 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 33 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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | 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 | 191 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 102 L |