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===GTA IV===
===GTA IV===
In GTA IV, likely as a joke given the Perennial's rustic appearance throughout the GTA III Era, the Perennial is now based on the much more futuristic-looking 2006 Honda Odyssey MPV or the (2006-2009) [[wikipedia:Honda Stream|Honda Stream]]. The US version of the Honda Odyssey is much taller and more van-like, so it appears to be the JDM/International version of the Odyssey, which is closer to an estate car and isn't sold in the US despite it being prominent in the game. It does not have sliding doors, as the international version does not feature them. Every Perennial comes with a glass panoramic-style roof, except the [[FlyUS]] version. Although it is mostly based on the JDM version of the Honda Odyssey, the side rear window looks very similar to a Mercedes-Benz R-Class. Also, the glass roof is very reminiscent of the ill-fated [[wikipedia:Renault Avantime|Renault Avantime]], though it was a coupe and not an MPV. It also comes in a flyUS skin at the airport, and functions as an airport shuttle service.
In GTA IV, likely as a joke given the Perennial's rustic appearance throughout the GTA III Era, the Perennial is now based on the much more futuristic-looking 2006 Honda Odyssey MPV or the (2006-2009) [[wikipedia:Honda Stream|Honda Stream]]. The US version of the Honda Odyssey is much taller and more van-like, so it appears to be the JDM/International version of the Odyssey, which is closer to an estate car and isn't sold in the US despite it being prominent in the game. It does not have sliding doors, as the international version does not feature them. Every Perennial comes with a glass panoramic-style roof, except the [[FlyUS]] version. Although it is mostly based on the JDM version of the Honda Odyssey, the side rear window looks very similar to a Mercedes-Benz R-Class. Also, the glass roof is very reminiscent of the ill-fated [[wikipedia:Renault Avantime|Renault Avantime]], though it was a coupe and not an MPV.


==Performance==
==Performance==

Revision as of 18:12, 5 May 2009

File:Perennial (GTA3) (front).jpg
The Perennial as seen in Grand Theft Auto III.

The Perennial is a station wagon from Grand Theft Auto III, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories, Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories, Grand Theft Auto IV and Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars. In GTA III games, it can be found almost everywhere; it is also common in GTA IV. The styling of the car has changed slightly throughout the games, but the performance has remained unchanged, until GTA IV.

Design

GTA III — GTA Vice City Stories

In GTA III, GTA Vice City and GTA San Andreas, it has a close resemblance to the 1962-1964 Chevy Nova station wagon though much smaller and shorter, so short it is as long as the Corvair based Tampa. In GTA Liberty City Stories and GTA Vice City Stories, the car assumes a slightly newer and slimmer model that resembles a 1969 Ford LTD Country Squire, based on the position of the side panels and grille, but retains elements of previous iterations of the car in the rear.

GTA IV

In GTA IV, likely as a joke given the Perennial's rustic appearance throughout the GTA III Era, the Perennial is now based on the much more futuristic-looking 2006 Honda Odyssey MPV or the (2006-2009) Honda Stream. The US version of the Honda Odyssey is much taller and more van-like, so it appears to be the JDM/International version of the Odyssey, which is closer to an estate car and isn't sold in the US despite it being prominent in the game. It does not have sliding doors, as the international version does not feature them. Every Perennial comes with a glass panoramic-style roof, except the FlyUS version. Although it is mostly based on the JDM version of the Honda Odyssey, the side rear window looks very similar to a Mercedes-Benz R-Class. Also, the glass roof is very reminiscent of the ill-fated Renault Avantime, though it was a coupe and not an MPV.

Performance

GTA III — GTA Vice City Stories

The underpowered, front-wheel drive Perennial is, simply put, one of the slowest vehicles in the game. Acceleration is highly lacking, as is speed, predisposing the vehicle, whose handling is actually quite responsive, to oversteer and rolling. It is, however, quite sturdy, and can withstand significant damage before bursting into flames and exploding.

GTA IV

The Dinka Perennial "MPV AW" returns to the GTA lineup with a significant makeover, both in looks and performance. Gone is the horrendous FWD layout, ditched in favor of a RWD layout. The Perennial is more than likely powered by a mid-range V6, and is coupled to a 5 speed gearbox. Acceleration is now average, with a reasonable top speed. Handling is also upgraded significantly, as the Perennial no longer flops about on the road, but keeps steady. The suspension is quite firm for a vehicle of this size, and aides high-speed cornering. Braking is average, though ABS is not available. Crash deformation is below average, and as such the Perennial cannot sustain much damage before being un-drivable.

Locations

GTA III

GTA San Andreas

GTA Liberty City Stories

GTA IV

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