2006 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 58 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 475 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
