2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 757 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 102 L |
