1957 Ford Popular vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 763 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Popular 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 1957 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Popular | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Popular | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3110 mm |
