1969 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 41 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 81 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 289 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion, 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Grand Prix | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
