1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 625 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | 211 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2810 mm |
