2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 40 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 100 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 218 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherokee | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
