1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 721 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL, 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1998 Acura EL | |
Make | Pontiac | Acura |
Model | Grand Prix | EL |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2619 mm |