1971 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue, 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Prix | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6545 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
