1989 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 221 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
