2006 Opel Antara vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara 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 28 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.
Because 2006 Opel Antara 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, 2006 Opel Antara 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, 2006 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Antara | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Antara | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1899 cc | 5317 cc |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
