1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 115 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang 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 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Mustang | 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mustang | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
