1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 326 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1973 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2740 mm |
