2006 Ford Escape vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 38 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 87 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escape | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5317 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 102 L |
