1969 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 670 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | Corona |
Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |