1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 21 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 2009 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Prix | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3097 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
