2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
