1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Previa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3097 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
