2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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 102 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Because 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | FR-V | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 102 L |
