1971 Plymouth Road Runner vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 1971 Plymouth Road Runner and 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 Plymouth Road Runner.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Plymouth Road Runner | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Road Runner | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 6545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3030 mm |
