1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 25 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Grand Prix | F-150 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |