2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 85 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Patrol | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 102 L |
