1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 23 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grand Prix | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3097 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
