2009 Dodge Journey vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 41 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 202 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2009 Dodge Journey 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, 2009 Dodge Journey 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Journey | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 102 L |
