1969 Honda S600 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 884 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S600 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 1969 Honda S600. 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 (298 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | S600 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |