1989 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 1987 Porsche 911 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 1987 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (763 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Prix | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 763 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
