1976 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1976 Pontiac Trans Am 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 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1976 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1976 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1976 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Trans Am | 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Trans Am | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
