1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3160 mm |