1964 Austin Princess vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 571 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1964 Austin Princess 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 1964 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Princess | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
