1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 162 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Grand Prix | Renown |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
