2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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, both vehicles can yield 240 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (372 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 102 L |
